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It is Valentine's Day, which means love is in the air, at least culturally. Venus, the planet of love, is currently swimming in the sign of Pisces, making today perfect for workings related to the deeper aspects of connection. For those who have special someones, this working will bring you closer together than ever before and is the perfect start to a romantic evening. In a bath, add the following: The petals of 2 red roses 5 whole star anise 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary 3 drops myrrh ...
This traditional herbal bath aids with divinatory dreams, especially contact with guiding spirits. You will need: 1 part chamomile flowers, dried 1 part fennel seeds, dried ½ part lavender flowers, dried ½ part passionflower leaves and/or flowers, dried Mortar and pestle A mesh bag or large tea strainer (for the herbs) Mix your ingredients together and bruise lightly with a mortar and pestle. Add the mixture to a mesh bag or large tea strainer, then add to a bath of hot ...
August 30 is International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, including those imprisoned in inhumane conditions, those who have been murdered for their beliefs, and/or victims of trafficking. For this spell, gather these supplies: Black, red, and green candles in safe holders A representation of Medusa A firesafe dish 3 small strips of paper Matches Place the candles behind Medusa, with the dish and the strips of paper in front. Light the candles, saying: Black for ...
The Irish harvest holiday of Lughnasadh, and the Christianized celebration of Lammas in Britain, is a joyful time of gratitude for bounty. For this rite, first verbally thank deities, ancestors, spiritual beings, or the universe itself for all the blessings you've enjoyed this year. Next, anoint a green candle with lavender and rose oil, and light it in a safe holder. Slather thick slices of bread (preferably homemade) with butter, honey, and/or jam, and prepare a platter with seasonal fruits, ...
